Historic monuments and the mystery behind them

By: sofia - 6 June 2016, 14:55

Compartir en Facebook

Throughout history, there have been many cultures that have left their mark on our planet, some of them built incredible monuments, and these monuments are architectural wonders that have survived hundreds of years.

They hide mysteries that scientists and historians are eager to discover but they haven’t been able to do so. Here’s a list of the most impressive monuments and the story behind them.

Great pyramid of Giza

Source: reydekish.com

The Great Pyramid of Giza is the only one of the seven ancient wonders that is still standing. It is the largest pyramid and is dates back to 2580 B.C. Given its size, scientists can’t explain how they were able to build it.

A great mystery

Source: imagenesdefondo.net

The greatest mystery lies in how they were able to carry those big blocks of stone through the desert and then place them in such a perfect way. Some theories suggest that they were built by aliens.

Stonehenge

Source: english-heritage.org.uk

Stonehenge is located in Wiltshire, England; it is a ring of standing stones. Scientists believe that these stones come from Wales, which is far away from Wiltshire. According to archeologists, it was constructed from 3000 BC to 2000 B.C.

How did they carry those stones?

Source: drdudsdicta.com

Some theories suggest that it was used as a worship temple or as an astronomical observatory to predict the seasons. In fact, during the summer, the sun comes through exactly the axis of the monument. Some experts still wonder how they were able to carry those stones.

Saksaywaman

Source: en.wikipedia.org

It is a citadel located on the outskirts of Cusco, Peru. This area is referred to as a fortress because of its location high above Cusco. It consists of three walls of rock about 154 tons each.

Perfectly built

Source: commons.wikimedia.org

The Inca used ropes to drag the stones to the construction site, and these stones were rough-cut to the approximate shape in the quarries, by using river cobbles.

Trilithon

Source: ianuacaeli.blogspot.com

Trilithon is the most famous monument in the Lebanese city of Baalbek, it is a group of three horizontally lying giant stones, built during the Roman period. These stones are part of the Roman Jupiter temple.

Stone of the pregnant woman

Source: diariodelaconstruccion.cl

This stone is a Roman monolith also located in Baalbek, the story behind the name says that a pregnant woman tried to trick people into believing that she knew how to move the stone, but she would only tell them if they feed her until she gave birth.

Moai

Source: enviajes.cl

Easter Island has always been surrounded by mystery and is famous for the many enigmatic stone statues located there. These statues are known as “moai" and each one of them can weigh up to 50 tons.

Mysterious statues

Source: isladepascua-rapa-nui.blogspot.com

Archeologists don’t know how they were placed in that position. These statues were carved by the Polynesian colonizers between the years 1250 and 1500 A.D. How they moved these statues remains a mystery; some scientists say that they were probably moved with ropes.

Tiwanaku

Source: enviajes.cl

This is an ancient city located west of Bolivia; it is of the highest urban centers ever built. Scientists wonder how they were able to move stones weighing more than 100 tons.

Birthplace of mankind

Source: ourtimeout.com

According to the Inca mythology, Tiwanaku is the birthplace of mankind. The Gate of the Sun is a famous megalithic solid stone arch located in Tiwanaku.

The Nazca lines

Source: fueradelapecera.com

The Nazca Lines became famous after they were discovered in 1939 by a pilot flying above them. There are many theories that try to explain the origin of these lines; some of them represent animals and human figures.

Perfect lines

Source: muyhistoria.es

These lines were created by the Peruvian Nazca people, who lived in the area between 400 and 650 A.D. The lines are so perfect that nobody can explain how they were able to create them without having an aerial view.

Ollantaytambo

Source: turismoencusco.com

This is another Inca archeological site. Archeologists wonder how the Inca managed to move such large stones from the mountainside to where they are now located. Another mystery lies in the "Wall of Six Monoliths”, which is a towering section of a wall composed of six large sections, it was abandoned before it was completed, the reason remains unknown.

Amazing architecture

Source: perurooms.com

The construction of the city and fortress of Ollantaytambo has generated many questions among experts. They wonder how they moved such large rocks to the mountain slopes. Some archeologists say that the rocks could have been transported along a river.

Stone spheres of Costa Rica

Source: granma.cu

The stone spheres of Costa Rica are a group of more than five hundred petrospheres located mainly in southern Costa Rica. The spheres were made with shell-rich limestone and some others with sandstone.

They’re not ordinary spheres

Source: ancient-code.com

Archaeologists still don’t know the meaning of these spheres. They were discovered by workmen who were clearing the jungle for the United Fruit Company banana plantation. Some myths say these spheres came from Atlantis.

Yonaguni Monument

Source: Pinterest

This is a submerged rock formation close to the Japanese island of Yonagun; it was discovered by Kihachiro Aratake in 1987. Since then, it has become a very popular attraction for divers. The monument consists of sandstones and mudstones.

Was it modified by humans?

Source: minutebuzz.com

Many geologists and historians claim that the monument is most likely a natural formation, while others argue that it could’ve possibly been used and modified by humans.

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Culture

The best public art installations in New York City

By: Mónica López - 4 May 2018, 18:09

Compartir en Facebook

It is known as Public Art Fund, it is an organization of independent art. It was founded by Doris Chanin Freedman, and the purpose was showing different pieces of art of different artists in public sites in New York city, thorugh big installations of their master pieces. This project became really important for the rest of the world.

New York is one of the greatest cities because of its artistictic development, a characteristic of this place is its unique urban style that makes us love it even more. New York has many places where we can find art. This project supports many different artists to let them be known by their great talent.

Sky Mirror, Anish Kapoor

Sky Mirror is a public sculpture by Anish Kapoor. Its surface reflects the ever-changing environment.

Van Gogh's Ear - Elmgreen & Dragset

It's a piece about the memory of Van Gogh. The swimming pool is hanging outside Rockefeller Center.

Solar Reserve, John Gerrad

Solar Reserve is a computer simulation of an actual power plant, surrounded by 10,000 mirrors that reflects sunlight.

Table and Four Chairs, Robert Therrien

This is a multi-part sculpture of a dining room set, it is bigger than a original size. It was created with a mixture of aluminium, steel, wood and plastic.

Descension, Anish Kapoor

This ia a giant pool of continuously spiralling water. The piece is sited at Pier One of the narrow park.

Gamezone, Iran do Espírito Santo

With this sculpture the artist could makes us go back in time, and remember all the things about childhood, when we enjoyed playing around with your legos.

Just Two of Us, Katharina Grosse

Grosse placed eighteen large sculptures in two separates clusters between the trees of the plaza.These scupltures engaging turn the park into a square existing architectural landscape attractive, which is characterized by massive shapes vibrant colors.

United Enemies, Thomas Schütte

United Enemies has its origins in a series of small figures the artist made with modeling clay in the early 1900. Their paised forms are highly abstracted, with heads emerging from swaddling robes that conceal their limbs.

Human Nature, Ugo Rondinone

Human Nature includes nine colossal stone figures, standing like ancient sentries along the full length of Rockefeller Plaza.

Spinning Airplane, Paola Pivi

The idea for the spinning airplane came, from a vision she had. She is not trying to say more than what people see.

Total Recall, Martin Basher

Total Recall is borrowed from Paul Verhoeven's 1990 film. The works in Total Recall are united through their power to create a new experience for viewers outside of the everyday.

The Ego and the Id, Franz West

The Ego and the Id is internationally acclaimed artist Franz West's largest aluminum sculpture to date. The piece consists of two similar but distinct, brightly colored.

Our Starry Night, James Yamada

When the visitors walk through the portal in the piece, they trigger a metal detector hidden inside the structure's casing. This activates the LED lights.

The New York City Waterfalls, Olafur Eliasson

The New Work City Waterfalls, a major work of public art by Olafur Eliasson. The sculpture is sited in the historic New York Harbor.

A Clearing in the Streets, Julie Farris and Sarah Wayland-Smith

A Clearing in the Streets is a installation commissioned by the Public Art Fund. The structure and limited viewing opportunities magnify the natural cyclical processes of the ecology.

Potential Store Fronts, Beth Campbell

Potential Storefronts transforms a casual peek into a store window into an unexpected visual revelation. It is situated in a corporate building on Maiden Lane in Lower Manhattan.

Corner Plot, Sarah Sze

Corner Plot unites the artist's delicate and dazzling assemblages with her ongoing interest in architecture and the urban environment.

Perceval, Sarah Lucas

Perceval is a life-sized bronze sculpture of a Shire horse pulling a cart overflowing with two oversized marrows.

9 Drawing for Projection, William Kentridge

9 Drawings for Projection is an outdoor performance and film screening that brings together all of the short animated films from internationally renowned South African artist William Kentridge's Soho Eckstein series.

Clouds, Olaf Breuning

Clouds, towers nearly 35 feet above Freedman Plaza. Held aloft among the trees of Central Park by rudimentary steel supports, there are six clouds and are made of polished and painted aluminum.

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Health

The best home remedies

By: sofia - 9 June 2016, 10:47

Compartir en Facebook

It is very common to catch a cold, get a headache or feel nauseous, but most of the time we don’t know how to take care of ourselves. Natural remedies are sometimes better than regular medicine because they can be very effective and inexpensive.

Remember that, in the past, people relied on natural remedies only, so they are a great option to treat illnesses. In this post, we’ll share with you a list of the best home remedies.

Cold symptoms

Source: salud.uncomo.com

Honey and lemon tea are one of the most popular remedies to treat the symptoms that come with a cold. All you need is 3 tablespoons of honey, 1/2 cup of hot water and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Put the lemon juice and the honey inside a cup and then just add water!

Headaches

Source: www.vivirbienesunplacer.com

If you constantly suffer from a headache, this remedy will be perfect for you. Blend 1 apple and 1 pear; add a teaspoon of brewer's yeast and a pinch of cinnamon. Then, mix this with a glass of cold water; you’ll see how the pain goes away.

Stomach ache

Source: blog.aarp.org

Chamomile tea is the best remedy for stomach ache. According to health.howstuffworks.com, “An extract produced from the herb can reduce muscle spasms and inflammation of mucous membranes, making it a useful treatment for indigestion and menstrual cramps. Chamomile also contains chemicals that fight infections that cause minor illnesses.”

Insomnia

Source: www.cuidadosdetusalud.com

If you have trouble falling asleep at night, this remedy can be very helpful. A glass of milk before bedtime helps us relax and sleep better. If you want it to be more effective, you can add a few tablespoons of honey.

Bad breath

Source: maquilladas.com

To avoid bad breath all you need is peppermint. This herb helps reduce bad breath in a very effective way; all you need to do is a drink mint tea after every meal and you’ll see how it goes away.

Cramps

Source: www.tropicalargentina.com

Potassium is great for treating cramps. Drink a banana or kiwi smoothie in the morning, or a few hours before exercising; this will help prevent those annoying cramps.

Back pain

Source: cr.emedemujer.com

If you suffer from constant back pain, stress or fatigue, all you have to do is wrap some ice cubes in a towel and place it for a few minutes on your back, then place a towel soaked in hot water and wait for 20 minutes. This will help you feel ease the pain and feel more relaxed.

Sore throat

Source: www.imujer.com

To help ease the soreness in your throat, you can add two tablespoons of apple cider vinegar to a cup of warm water. Then gargle with this mixture several times a day, and you’ll see how it reduces the swelling.

Stress

Source: www.paraserbella.com

Stress and anxiety can contribute to a lot of other health issues, so a home remedy can be very effective to reduce stress. You can drink chamomile tea and add some cinnamon to it, this will help you calm down and relieve anxiety.

Migraines

Source: www.nutriresponse.com

Eating about 100 grams of almonds can help us stay relaxed and release endorphins that will reduce those terrible headaches. You should eat almonds on a daily basis to prevent migraines.

Ease inflammation

Source: www.stylecraze.com

Aloe Vera has many healing properties and it has been used to ease inflammation. You can strap the slit leaf onto the affected part to expose the surface tissue of the patient to the inner gel of the leaf.

Potato remedy for burns

Source: vanguardistas.cl

There are many home remedies for burns, but one of the most effective ones is using potatoes, their properties relieve pain immediately. You need to peel the potatoes and cut them into slices. Then, place the sliced potato directly on the burn for about 4 minutes.

Nasal congestion

Source: www.plantasmedicinales.com

Having a blocked nose can be really annoying, but eucalyptus oil can work as a decongestant because of its anti-inflammatory properties. Put one or two drops of eucalyptus oil in a handkerchief and then inhale the aroma. Do this a few times a day, and you’ll see the difference.

Cough remedy

Source: clubgymsierra.es

Whenever we catch a cold, coughing is one of the symptoms; according to Home Remedies for You, “A cold can easily be prevented, by consuming a high amount of vitamin C, which is present it fruits like oranges. Even if you consume Vitamin C after you are affected by colds and coughs, it would provide your immune system the boost it needs to fight the germs and the infection”

Vertigo

Source: www.abc.es

If you are feeling vertigo, it is strongly recommended to tighten your hands, mainly in the center and knuckles. Doing this for a period of two minutes will help us stabilize the body because it helps blood flow from the brain to the entire body.

Improve memory

Source: www.taringa.com

There is a very simple and pleasant way to improve memory. Believe it or not, the flavonoids that get absorbed when you eat chocolate can accumulate in the brain regions involved in learning and memory.

Nausea

Source: www.natursan.net

If you feel nauseous in the morning, eating crackers can help because they are dry, while drinking liquids can provoke nausea.

Apple

Source: www.pinchofcumin.com

If you eat an apple it can help as a diuretic and depurative because it promotes the elimination of body fluids which helps the toxic flow from the stomach and intestines.

Toothache

Source: misremedios.com

Chewing parsley can help reduce a toothache; it even helps our brain to produce endorphins in order to avoid pain. After chewing parsley, just be sure to brush your teeth.

Anxiety

Source: misremedios.com

Add a tablespoon of Passiflora (also known as the passion flower) to a cup full of hot water, let it cool and drink it during the day. The infusion of this plant can help reduce anxiety and stress.

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Celebrity

Actors who almost die on set

By: jsanchez - 9 May 2016, 12:44

Compartir en Facebook

Talented performers, who take their role very seriously, had even dare to dump stunts for dangerous scenes.

It´s not like they planned on almost dying during these scenes; stunts, action or extremely dangerous requiring special preparation and a lot of coordination, almost finished with a tragic end. Here are some actors who were about to die on the film set.

Michael J. Fox

Source: michaeljfox.org

Michael Andrew Fox, (born June 9, 1961), known as Michael J. Fox, is a Canadian-American actor, author, producer, and activist. With a film and television career spanning from the 1970s, Fox's roles included his famous characterization of Marty McFly from the Back to the Future trilogy (1985–1990).

Almost died hanged in Back to the Future 3

Source: Movie: Back to the Future 3

During one of the scenes of Back to the Future 3, the actor was pretending to hang himself, apparently practiced the scene standing on a box, but the effect was not as expected, so he decided to jump and hold 30 seconds hung to the point that he lost consciousness and was completely unconscious.

Tom Cruise

Source: gamesradar.com

Tom Cruise (born as Thomas Cruise Mapother IV; July 3, 1962) is an American actor and filmmaker. Cruise has been nominated for three Academy Awards and has won three Golden Globe Awards. Cruise became a full-fledged movie star after starring as Pete "Maverick" Mitchell in the action drama Top Gun (1986).

Tom Cruise in Edge of Tomorrow

Source: Movie: Edge of Tomorrow

This time, Emily Blunt nearly ended his life while driving a vehicle in which Tom Cruise was the co-pilot, when she tried to make a drift and the car went too fast crashing into a tree.

Scarlett Johansson

Source: boomsbeat.com

Scarlett Johansson (born November 22, 1984) is an American actress, model, and singer. She made her film debut in North (1994). She shifted to adult roles with her performances in Girl with a Pearl Earring (2003) and Sofia Coppola's Lost in Translation (2003), for which she won a BAFTA award for Best Actress in a Leading Role. She has portrayed the Marvel Comics character Black Widow/Natasha Romanoff in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

A car dragged her on the asphalt

Source: : Movie: Lucy

The actress had quite a bad time during one of the scenes of Lucy, her backpack stuck in the door of the vehicle when she was trying to run away, the car dragged her on the driveway. Johansson’s started screaming until the driver heard and stopped the car.

Jackie Chan

Source: Forbes.com

Jackie Chan (born Chan Kong-sang, 7 April, 1954) is a Hong Kong martial artist, actor, film director, producer, stuntman, and singer. In his movies, he is known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, use of improvised weapons, and innovative stunts, which he typically performs himself. Chan has been training in Kung fu and Wing Chun. He has been acting since the 1960s and has appeared in over 150 films.

A bad jump almost took his life

Source: Movie: Supercop

While filming one of the fights for Supercop, Jackie Chan jumped on a metal pole and slid down while several lightbulbs exploded around him. The actor ended up with two broken vertebras, a dislocated pelvis and burned hands.

Sylvester Stallone

Source: : variety.com

Sylvester Gardenzio Stallone (born July 6, 1946), is an American actor, director, producer and screenwriter. He was one of the biggest box office draws in the world from the 1970s to the 1990s; Sylvester Stallone is an action hero icon. He has played two famous movie characters: Rocky Balboa, the boxer who overcame challenges to fight for love and glory, and John Rambo, a brave soldier who did violent missions.

A hard punch sent him to the hospital

Source: Movie: Rocky

In one scene, Stallone asked his companion Lundgren, to hit him as hard as possible to bring him down, something his heart couldn’t stand. The actor ended up in the hospital and was in intensive care for eight days.

Charlize Theron

Source: spinoff.comicbookresources.com

Charlize Theron (born 7 August 1975) is a South African actress, producer and fashion model. She has starred in several Hollywood films, such as The Devil's Advocate (1997), Mighty Joe Young (1998), The Cider House Rules (1999), The Italian Job (2003), Hancock (2008), A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014) and Mad Max: Fury Road (2015).

Almost broke her neck

Source: : Movie: Aeon Flux

Theron had a serious accident when she did a bad backflip and almost to break her neck. The actress had to be rushed to the hospital. The recording of the film Aeon Flux was paralyzed for two months due the accident.

Meryl Streep

Source: www.cinema.indiana.edu

Mary Louise "Meryl" Streep (born June 22, 1949) is an American actress. Cited in the media as the "best actress of her generation” Streep is particularly known for her chameleonic approach to her roles, transformation into the characters she plays, and her perfection of accents.

Almost an accident

Source: Movie: Into the Woods

Successful actress Meryl Streep almost had an accident while filming the musical Into the Woods. In a scene where she had to jump on a table, her shoe was hooked on Meryl’s dress. The actress was about to fall back, but thanks to the fast intervention of Emily Blunt, the event was only a scare. She got lucky!

Isla Fisher

Source: nymag.com

Isla Lang Fisher (born 3 February 1976) is an Australian actress. She appeared on the children's adventure series Bay Cove and the short-lived soap opera Paradise Beach, before playing Shannon Reed on the soap opera Home and Away. She has since been known for her comedic roles in Scooby-Doo (2002), I Heart Huckabees (2004), Wedding Crashers (2005), Hot Rod (2007), Definitely, Maybe (2008), Confessions of a Shopaholic (2009), Rango (2011), Bachelorette (2012), and Arrested Development (2013).

She was about to drown

Source: Movie: Now you see me

In a scene from "Now you see me," she plays a glamorous escapologist in which starts with dramatic shots of her freeing herself from shackles while submerged in a tank of water. The scene demanded her to bang desperately on the glass walls to give the impression of being in distress, but when her chains became entangled, she started to panic for real. People believed she was acting too well, but she wasn’t acting and was nearly drowning.

Margaret Hamilton

Source: www.vox.com

Margaret Brainard Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film character actress best known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's classic film The Wizard of Oz (1939).

She had second and third degree burns

Source: Movie: The Wizard of OZ

This time, it was Hamilton who was very unlucky. In the Wizard of Oz, the actress played an evil witch who used to disappear in clouds of smoke throughout the film, however, she failed to escape through the false door and sparks from the explosion burned her wardrobe due contact with her makeup. The actress was hospitalized for burns in second and third degree.

Jason Statham

Source: menshealth.com

Jason Statham (born 26 July 1967) is an English actor. He is known for his roles in the Guy Ritchie crime films Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998), Snatch (2000), and Revolver (2005). He has also appeared in films such as the action thriller The Transporter trilogy (2002–08). In 2015, Statham starred in the latest entry in the Fast and the Furious franchise, Furious 7, and played a comedic role in the Melissa McCarthy film, Spy. He usually performs his own stage combat and stunts, and is noted for being typecast as an antihero.

Source: Truck’s brakes fail

Source: Movie: The Expendables 3

The action star was lucky to survive after the car he was driving in a scene for The Expendables 3 crashed into the Black Sea. He was test-driving a three-ton truck and the brakes run out. The car sank almost 20 meters before Statham managed to escape. Luckily they had taken the doors off before and Jason could jump to survive.

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Entertainment

The Most ADORABLE Photos of Babies in Costume

By: daniela - 23 October 2017, 16:10

Compartir en Facebook

Sometimes babies can be the most adorable creatures on earth. Not only because they don’t know what they are doing or saying, but because they usually have the funniest faces you would never imagine. They laugh at everything which also makes you laugh and sometimes, they can even make your life happier.

They can be especially adorable, if their parents put them in a cute costume, which is why we took the time to gather some of the most adorable photos of some of the cutest babies wearing different costumes.

Christmas is coming to town!

Pinterest.

When you think of christmas nothing like this came to your mind, right? Look at this funny baby with his dog. They look stunningly beautiful. His cute little face seems to be as happy as he can possibly be.

Google.

OMG asian babies are my weakness of all times. This can’t be true. Look at this baby’s cheeks! He is so cute I cannot even describe him. All his face is seriously eatable. Would you put this costume on your own baby?

Pumpkin Pie

Google.

Dying of cuteness here - Halloween’s coming! Check this baby outfit out. All in orange this baby can’t be more beautiful. Be careful people! Don’t die of tenderness.

Pinterest.

Now we are talking! This one took it to another level. Look at those green little striped pants. That hat can't even be real. Cute little baby, this one would definitely win a costume competition.

Cutest. Monkey. Ever.

Pinterest

This monkey makes me want to have little monkeys running around my house. I would definitely put this on my baby, the thing is, I don’t know if it would look this cute!

Google.

Awesome, fat, cute little baby. This one's missing just the bananas. Check his face out, it's exactly the same as the happy face that the custom already has. Funny, right?

Panda

Pinterest.

We’ve got a panda situation right here. If you thought pandas were only to be seen at the zoo, check this one out. The coolest panda in the world, now in the shape of a cute asian baby :)

Google.

The most beautiful baby panda you’ll ever see in your whole life. Just look how chubby he is! Lovely. Round, soft, tender. Nothing is missing in this one. What else could you need?

Pineapple

Pinterest.

You are not seeing double. Yes, these are baby twins wearing pineapple customs. One of them seems to be pretty busy looking for some treasure inside his nose. The other one looks happier as he can be grabbing that real pineapple. I wonder what would they think?

Pinterest.

Is this baby trapped or is he having the greatest time of all? Well, that will be a mystery. However, we could say this one can't move his feet perfectly. Just look at the custom. You can't even see his feet.

Mario and Luigi

Google.

Not babies but little children that are pretty funny with that mustache and those hats on. Take a look at that girl, her white gloves look even bigger than her. The same happens with both hats. LOL.

Google.

Both can’t live without the other one. Here we have the most adorable version of one of the most iconic bromances of all time: Mario and Luigi. These two babies are just wearing a cute Halloween custom and seem to be twins.

Sushi for everyone!

Pinterest.

Look at this sushi with a baby head coming out of it. It definitely looks bigger than his own body. I can even imagine his parents putting this cosutume on.

Pinterest.

Is it a baby or a sashimi? No, it's a baby sashimi. This one's amazing. Poor baby, he doesn’t know what they are doing to him LOL. He can't even put his little hands out. A little too much maybe, right?

Penguin

Pintrest.

Star clapping or making some noise ‘couse this baby is totally lost. Look at this baby face asking for his parents. All dressed up in this penguin custom, who wouldn’t like to find him? I would love to definitely. The thing is I would also want to keep him! He is so cute!

Google.

C'mon little one! You can't fly so please stop thinking you can. Look at those little cute armas trying to be a real penguin. So fat and cute. I won't stop loving babies never in my life.

Harry Potter is coming to town!

Google

He left Hogwarts school to became the cutest baby in the world. Hey Harry potter, you are missing the magic wand and we are done! Show me all your magic tricks if that means that I can hug you nonstop!

Pinterest.

Check this one out, with that scarf and those reading glasses, it couldn't be better. He even has the magic wand the other one was missing. Happy face or mysterious face? Anyway, he can't be more beautiful.

Quack Quack! Ducks over here

Pinterest.

OMG these ducks! Furry, yellow, orange fat babies. What else do you need to brighten your day? Even if it’s Monday these two baby costumes will definitely make you happy.

Pinterest

Those faces looking like they don’t get what’s happening are my favorite. What an adorable little baby c'mon you're killing me, you can't be this cute. People just look at this one. Orange little legs, little hands, cool baby duck right?

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

General

15 great phrases for a tattoo

By: daniel - 25 May 2015, 16:44

Compartir en Facebook

There is nothing better than to place in your skin something that has been important in your life. The phrases are used by people to immortalize emotions or events and here you’ll find an interesting collection of phrases you might like a lot.

"I'm the hero of this story"

Photo: Pinterest

An ideal tattoo to show that you are ready to face whatever comes in life to the fullest.

"Laugh as much as you breathe. Love as long as you live"

Photo: Pinterest

This tattoo looks beautiful and even looks good with the heart.

"Today is a gift"

Photo: Google

Sometimes the most simple tattoos are the best. There's nothing better than a little phrase that says a lot.

"Take those broken wings and learn to fly"

Photo: Google

When you go through something difficult and you manage to overcome it, a phrase like this is the one.

"Every saint has a past. Every sinner has a future"

Photo: Google

This is one of the best and with the most certain messages embodied in tattoos.

"Fall down seven times, stand up eight"

Photo: Pinterest

This phrase is perfect when you go through something difficult and you manage to overcome it. Never give up!

"The ones that love us never really leave us"

Photo: Google

You can have two meanings for this tattoo, one is when someone we love dies and the other it might be the evidence that you the people you love will be always by your side.

"Through every dark night there is a brighter day"

Photo: Google

If you have a bad day, remember that tomorrow is a brand new day full of opportunities

"Sometimes the right path is not the easiest one"

Photo: Pinterest

This is true, we must fight to reach our goals and not always the simple way.

"Don't dream your life, live your dream"

Photo: Google

This is an spectacular tattoo what for what you dream and desire for life.

"One day at a time"

Photo: Google

Nothing better than a little phrase that says a lot like this one!

"Sometimes you have to fall before you fly"

Photo: Twitter

This phrase is perfect to prove you're strong and have overcome difficult times.

"We only part to meet again"

Photo: Twitter

A tattoo for a difficult time but with much meaning, especially when you've lost someone.

"I Know I was born and I know that i'll die, the in between is mine"

Photo: Google

Live life and every moment with happiness.

"Beyond fear Lies freedom"

Photo: Pinterest

Nice tattoo that goes perfect if birds or feathers are added.

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Omg

The most interesting facts about dreams

By: sofia - 17 July 2016, 19:49

Compartir en Facebook

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Animals

You won’t stop laughing after seeing these pictures

By: sofia - 17 May 2016, 10:18

Compartir en Facebook

Dogs are extremely cute and the best companions. They are always there for us, in the good times and the bad times, somehow they have the power to cheer up anyone . In the following post, you’re gonna laugh out loud with these pictures. If you’re feeling depressed or just having a bad day we highly recommend going through all of the pictures!

Carwash

Source: Reddit

This lovely Golden Retriever got the sexiest outfit to help her owner with the car wash, we think she looks good but we can’t help to laugh at how funny she looks. Her owner must have made tons of money thanks to her.

Are you watching?

Source: Reddit

The owner of this dog shared these pictures of her pet. She said that when her dog is angry at her, she tries to make her jealous by getting affectionate with some other person. It’s almost as if the dog were saying: “Are you watching me? I can make you jealous!”

Cutest smile

Source: Reddit

Look at that huge smile, although it doesn’t really look like the dog is having fun. Maybe he’s just a really upset. Either way, we can’t stop laughing.

Ready to rap

Source: Reddit

This furry friend definitely knows how to show some bling. And if he raps as well as he looks we might have another promising rapper!

Don’t fool me

Source: Reddit

This dog was pretty upset when his owner made his believe he was getting something to eat but didn’t give him any food in the end. The look on his face says it all. Just look at the dog in the background, these dogs are too funny!

Nosy neighbor

Source: Reddit

We’ve all had nosy neighbors, especially if we’re talking about dogs. Apparently this dog heard a fishy noise in his neighbor’s house so he didn’t hesitate when deciding to find out what was going on.

The shutters won't stop him

Source: Reddit

Looks like the previous dog is not the only nosy one in the neighborhood! No shutters will stop this dog from finding out all the interesting gossip.

Dog bullying

Source: Reddit

These puppies don’t seem to get along with each other. It looks like they decided to show this poor little dog a lesson. They put him inside the toilet. Their owners should definitely keep an eye on them.

The cats are in charge

Source: Reddit

We all know that cats tend to be bossy, their personalities are very different. In this picture the dogs don’t seem to be in charge because the cats are just resting, trying to get some sun, and they don’t want to be disturbed.

We are out of cookies?

Source: Reddit

This dog was overly surprised when he found out his owner was out of cookies. Let’s just hope that they went to the grocery to get some more.

Rainbow style

Source: Imgur

This dog was tired of looking the same every day, so wanted to have fun and try out a different look. Apparently he wasn’t sure about what color suited him best, so he went for the rainbow style.

A little too excited

Source: Reddit

This little guy can’t believe he’s about to eat that delicious cake, so he’s probably thinking: “Just take that picture already! I wanna have my cake”

I brushed my teeth

Source: Reddit

This Italian Lebrel showed his best smile to prove his owner that he had brushed his teeth properly. Maybe his owner was thinking if he had also flossed his teeth.

Is he crying or laughing?

Source: Reddit

It’s impossible not to laugh at the facial expression of this Golden Retriever. It looks as if he’s trying to smile but his eyes show that he’s also worried. Maybe he’s just trying to hide something.

“Cause this is thriller, thriller night”

Source: Reddit

We’re pretty sure this dog if dancing along to Michael Jackson’s Thriller song. He’s trying to look like a zombie but we just can’t help laugh at him. The only thing missing is his zombie outfit.

Uh oh, someone was going through the trash

Source: Reddit

It’s pretty obvious who was going through the trash, unfortunately for this dog, his head got stuck in the garbage can lid. His owner instead of punishing decided to take a picture because it was just too funny.

Besties

Source: Reddit

Who said dogs and cats can’t get along? These two friends prove us that, a real friendship can overcome any obstacles. The Golden Retriever was probably just trying to kiss the cat on the cheek and their owners thought it was the perfect moment for a picture.

Scooby Doo, Is that you?

Source: Reddit

This dog looks exactly like Scooby Doo. Maybe his owner thought the same thing and decided to buy him a blue collar. Let’s just hope that this dog is braver than Scooby Doo.

What a gentleman

Source: Imgur

We’re not sure what their owners were thinking, but when this little dog’s head got stuck in the wall, they decided to take a picture making it seem as if he were a 1900s gentleman.

How funny

Source: Reddit

These dog’s owners know how curious their pets are, so they decided to build a fence with little windows in it. How thoughtful of them!

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Celebrity

The craziest Lady Gaga outfits

By: daniela - 4 December 2017, 16:44

Compartir en Facebook

When we think of crazy outfits the first thing that comes to our minds is Lady Gaga. She is the number one fashionista in all the industry. Her outrageous dressing ways gave the media a lot to talk about. The cool thing is that she is not a fashion designer she is very talented singer that also composes her own music. So, we could say that Gaga has it all, originality talent and charisma. Here, we are going to share her craziest outfits.

Red lace

Google.

She has a pretty face so I could never get why she loves to hide it. However, this laced red outfit was quite a shock, not only because we can't even see her face but it also shows some parts she shouldn't. I don't know it is just a weird mix for me.

Benefit gala at the Met museum of art

Google.

She doesn't have a problem with anyone's opinion. Gaga does what she wants and dresses as she wants. Look at this weird outfit, I mean, it is all see through and she doesn't care at all.

Feathery and black

Google.

Be careful Gaga! Imagine if there was a short sealing, that would be a problem with this huge feather hat. Although her big hat, this one is quite discreet for the collection she has.

Coming out from a hotel

Google.

She was just walking on the streets of London with that outfit. Only someone like her can walk around as if nobody was watching. I think she is one in a million.

White dress

Google.

Crazy one but it is a white dress after all. The weird thing is that it is accompanied with that rare hat. I don't know why she is so obsessed with hats.

Bad girl

Google.

Why would you put something like this on? She is not even fully dressed. I sometimes have difficulties on getting her. I love her sense os style and fashion but sometimes it is a little bit overly done for me.

Hippie chic

Google.

They are both creepily similar. This is not as outrageous as the other looks. However, we can't deny that she liked trying to look like the Mona Lisa which I fin a little odd. Apart from that, I think that is a great color palette selection.

She is a star

Google.

We all know that but she doesn't have to show it to us this way. This outfit does not make any sense at all. I don't even get how can she walk down the streets without hurting people.

Whitening

Google.

White pearly outfit. Who did she glue things to her own face? She likes covering it all right but doing this, with this white color, she looks sick. I don't like this one at all.

Colorful

Google.

She was found in Narita International airport with this outfit. I can't imagine all the people's faces. I would have been shocked no matter what. Not only to see her but because she is halfway naked.

Jail

Google.

She didn't cover her face this time but put a cage on to avoid anyone touching her or something. It reminds me of dog's muzzles.

Poodle

Google.

This one directly reminds me of a dog. To be more exact it is a poodle that this thing reminds me of. C'mon there are some things that are quite unacceptable. How could she even walk being that covered?

Christmas

Google.

Christmas is coming! And Lady Gaga knows it! Even though it is still weird I personally like this one. It looks cute and not as uncomfortable as the rest. I think its wavy shape looks nice on her.

Scary Movie

Google.

She is just leaving her hotel in London. When everyone is wearing sweatpants and a t shirt, she decides to put this on. Look at that make up? Who else can wear something like that? I can't possibly imagine anyone.

Be casual

Google.

She is just trying to be casual! Back to 2009 she was wearing what she calls a cute pink little dress. I love how she can strike a casual pose actually being aware of what she is wearing.

Little black dress

Google.

This is her version of the little black dress. Although the dress is not the most outrageous thing she wore, look at those shoes. They look amazingly tall. I can't imagine how could anyone walk in those.

Toilette paper

Google.

She definitely looks like a lavatory with toilette paper all around. Really I think this look does not make any sense at all.

Alligator

Google.

Even though she looks like a super hero, I have to admit that I like this color on her. I also like her hair and she is a performance so in this case I feel like the authentic Gaga look is all right and cool.

Veggie

Google.

In the MTV Music Awards, Gaga wore her famous meat dress. Vegetarian hurry up and buy yours! LOL, I like her. However, I strongly feel like this outfit was disrespectful to a lot of people. Not only for the ones that don't have the resources to eat but also to vegetarians and animal activists.

Misunderstood

Google.

This one has even holes in it. She looks like a misunderstood teenager trying to have a bit of rock'n roll. She is a superstar, why is she wearing something with holes in it?

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Animals

The touching story of Bella, a dog diagnosed with cancer that is living each day to the fullest

By: sofia - 3 August 2016, 10:21

Compartir en Facebook

The moving story of Robert Kugler and his dog named Bella started in May 2015 when she was diagnosed with bone cancer; the veterinarian told Robert that Bella’s leg had to be amputated because she was in too much pain. After the surgery, Bella was given 3 to 6 months to live, so Robert decided that he would make those last months as exciting as possible.

That was how Robert and Bella began their journey, visiting different places around the United States including Boston, Chicago, Savannah, Texas, and Nashville. Love can do miracles and Bella is the best example, 14 months after her unfortunate diagnosis she is still traveling around the country.

Together forever

Source: www.boredpanda.com

If you own a pet, you know that they become a very important part of our lives, they’re the perfect companions and they make us feel loved. Robert enjoys spending long weekends with Bella, her best friend.

Man’s best friend

Source: @robkugler

Dogs were the first domesticated animal that developed a close relationship with humans. According to Colin Groves of the Australian National University, "The human-dog relationship amounts to a very long lasting symbiosis. Dogs acted as human's alarm systems, trackers, and hunting aides, garbage disposal facilities, hot water bottles, and children's guardians and playmates. Humans provided dogs with food and security.”

True Love

Source: www.boredpanda.com

The relationship between humans and dogs has always been rated as one of the best relationships due to the commitment and effort between the two, that’s why dogs are man’s best friend. Bella and Robert have shown that they share a very special bond.

Buddies

Source: @robkugler

As Helen Keller said, "The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart." Bella has lived longer than expected because Robert has taken good care of her; the love they share is extraordinary.

Exploring new places

Source: @robkugler

Being surrounded by nature can improve your health, maybe this is why Robert took Bella to beautiful places where they enjoy hiking and taking pictures of the breathtaking views. These two were definitely made for each other.

Smile

Source: @robkugler

Bella is the perfect example of overcoming obstacles after her leg was amputated; she recovered very fast from the surgery. Vets say that dogs’ front legs account for approximately 70% of the dog’s strength and balance, so living with only three legs is quite an accomplishment.

Better together

Source: www.boredpanda.com

Bella is really lucky to have Robert as an owner; when Bella was diagnosed, Robert had just finished school and instead of starting a job search, he decided to go on a road trip with Bella to enjoy as much as they could.

How adorable

Source: @robkugler

This might be our favorite picture, it reminds us of how strong Bella is, living with just three legs. Robert’s love and affection have really made a difference in her life. We hoped you enjoyed these lovely pictures of Bella and Robert!

Where are we going?

Source: @robkugler

One picture is worth a thousand words; in this case, Bella seems pretty excited to get to their next destination. We don’t really know where they are going, but it must be somewhere nice. Bella is the best travel companion for Robert; she’s always willing to go anywhere he wants.

A beautiful sunset

Source: @robkugler

Going to the beach is one of Bella’s favorite things to do; she can spend a whole day feeling the sunshine and listening to the waves. For many people, the beach is the right place to relax, for Bella, it is a place to feel free and enjoy her days to the fullest.

New Adventures

Source: www.boredpanda.com

It looks like Bella is ready for another adventure, judging by their pictures, they always enjoy watching beautiful sunsets. The good thing about dogs is that they are always willing to go on long trips and they are the perfect companions.

Bliss

Source: @robkugler

Despite everything that has happened to her, Bella has a very positive attitude towards life. Most people underestimate the power of a positive mind. Positive thinking is a key part of effective stress management.

Friendship

Source: @robkugler

There is no better therapy than spending time with friends; even dogs enjoy a fun day at the lake surrounded by other four-legged friends. The photograph does not need much description since it is quite obvious that Bella and her friends are having an amazing time.

A well-deserved break

Source: @robkugler

Traveling is one the biggest pleasures of life, but eventually, we all need a little break, in this case, Bella decided to rest in this comfortable hotel suite. Robert doesn’t mind spending money on Bella; they have traveled to hundreds of places together.

Mexican food

Source: @robkugler

Is anyone craving some tacos or quesadillas? Bella and Robert decided to make a short stop at this Mexican restaurant. We do not know what their destination was but we are pretty sure that Bella loves Mexican food.

Living life to the fullest

Source: @robkugler

It seems as if Bella didn’t mind being sick, thanks to Robert, she is living each day to the fullest. She might be a dog, but we should all learn from her example, we must be grateful for every opportunity we have.

A day at the beach

Source: @robkugler

After Bella was given only 6 months to live, she showed everyone that a little bit of love and affection can go a long way, going through a difficult situation can become easier if you are surrounded by people you love. This time, Robert took Bella to spend a relaxing day at the beach; she got to see a beautiful sunset.

A day at the museums

Source: @robkugler

Who said dogs can’t appreciate history? Bella was taken to different museums in Boston, which is a great city full of history. Robert posts all the pictures of him and Bella in his Instagram account @robkugler.

Arlington National Cemetery

Source: @robkugler

A visit to Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia was the weekend plan for Bella and Robert, judging by this picture, she spent an excellent afternoon and decided to pose with the military memorial statue. It must have been quite a special day for them!

Snow in Virginia

Source: @robkugler

Bella enjoys any weather, no matter if it is a sunny place or if it is cold enough to wear a scarf and gloves. This time, they visited the mountains of Virginia, they spent the day skiing and then they enjoyed a delicious cup of hot chocolate to stay warm in the cold weather.

Compartir este artículo

Mundo.com

Omg

Bolivia and its amazing architecture

By: sofia - 6 June 2016, 09:52

Compartir en Facebook

The new Andean architecture is a form of vindication and rescue of the Andean identity. It is considered a form of art for all citizens of Bolivia and the world. Bolivian people are proud of their culture and they build their own houses according to various elements of their culture.

Undoubtedly, it is a new concept that draws the attention of many because it is not something that can be seen anywhere, this architecture rescues the elements of the culture of El Alto, Bolivia.

The founder of this new concept

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

The founder of this new architecture style is Freddy Mamani Silvestre, who used to be a construction worker, but later became an engineer and builder. The new Andean architecture is also known as "cholet" "choletito" or "cohetillo".

He never gave up his dream

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Freddy Mamani is not an architect but he definitely had a vision of what he wanted to portray with the Andean architecture.

He has built more than 60 houses

Freddy Mamani is an engineer and constructor, that has built more than 60 houses representing Andean architecture. He began building these houses since 2005, according to what he said in an interview with a Bolivian newspaper.

New Andean Architecture

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

The name of Freddy Mamani 's work as " New Andean Architecture" can be understood by looking at his work, which is a syncretism between traditional construction techniques and the Andean aesthetics, exposed in shapes and colors used in facades and interiors . It incorporates in its buildings, cultural elements of the original peoples of Bolivia.

Its main purpose

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

The aim is to create a new architectural language that tells the story behind then Bolivian culture specifically the Aymara indigenous culture.

Colors and shapes

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

These Baroque buildings use circles, butterflies, geometric shapes such as the Andean cross or “chakana”, snakes and frogs that are featured on the facades.

Main source of inspiration

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

The new Andean architecture’s main source of inspiration is the Aymara indigenous culture. According to Mamani "The Aymara culture has finally reclaimed its role in this country”.

Chalets

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Freddy Mamani is not an architect but his “chalets” have some really extravagant designs. Many indigenous people have been able to overcome poverty in the last few years thanks to Bolivia’s president Evo Morales.

Changing the city’s landscape

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

In the Bolivian city of El Alto, there are 60 peculiar buildings with bright colors and unique design, these buildings are definitely changing the landscape of this gloomy Andean city that a few years back, was just another suburb of La Paz, the Bolivian capital.

Innovative design

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

There is no doubt that Mamani’s work represents a new, innovative design compared to the dull architecture seen in many Andean cities like El Alto.

“Cholets”

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Thanks to the economic growth that the Andean country has achieved in recent times, the Aymara population has benefited from this boom and, consequently, a lot of middle-class families have been able to afford one of these “cholets”.

Colorful buildings

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Many people in El Alto, have now the opportunity to invest in Mamani’s cholets, which do not imitate the classic Western style. The new Andean architecture proves that the Aymara culture has not disappeared.

Mamani is a real artist

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Freddy Mamani understands the role he plays as an artist. And although his first cholet was inspired by his visit to Tiwanaku, he now has a clear idea of what he wants to portray with his colorful and creative buildings.

It’s not just a trend

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

This new architectural concept wants to prove that the Aymara culture is not just part of the Bolivian history; it is rather present and highly valued by several individuals who now proudly claim their cultural roots.

Economic miracle

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Bolivia is internationally known for its folklore, heights and landscapes that converge in a culture full of bright colors. The country is also known as an "economic miracle". Many believe it will become one of the fastest growing countries in South America, and the new Andean architecture will continue to grow as well.

El Alto

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

In some of the Bolivian cities, some of the major problems are the lack of planning, poverty and insecurity, but El Alto is a city full of rising middle-class entrepreneurs.

Aymara culture

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

It seems as if money was not an issue with the construction of these buildings; they are full of bright colors, mirrored facades, and lush hanging lamps. El Alto is located more than 4,000 meters above sea level; Freddy Mamani’s dream of building a city representing the Aymara culture is actually coming true.

Many have been inspired

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

People pay between $250,000 and $ 600,000 US dollars to build a chalet. Thanks to the media coverage of his work, many people in Peru and Brazil have also been inspired by the new Andean architecture.

His first building

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

The first work of Francisco Mamani was an elegant building with Andean shapes, it was very colorful and it had a large ballroom, something that was completely new in the city.

It is also known as the “Transformer Architecture”

Source: plataformaarquitectura.cl

Mamani’s amazing architecture is also inspired by the Transformer movies. All the neon colors and ceramics he uses, definitely remind us of these famous movies.